Game On! Jesse James Leija
Episode 14 * October 21, 2024 * 25:43
Boxing legend Jesse James Leija joins Game On! to tell the exciting stories behind his illustrious career. The 1994 WBC Super Featherweight title holder shares how he went from jail to the boxing ring, the mentality behind his success, his time training with the Spurs, his boxing gym and more!
Jesse James Leija Bio
Jesse James Leija, the Texas Tornado, is a former professional boxer and a San Antonio native. A graduate of Harlandale High School, Leija made his pro debut in 1988 with a win at Freeman Coliseum. Leija held the WBC super featherweight title in 1994, the IBF lightweight title in 1998 and was a three-time NABF title holder. He held a record of 47-7 as a professional and made the U.S. Olympic Trials twice.
Today, Leija owns Leija Boxing & Fitness in San Antonio, a staple of the San Antonio boxing community. He has also been the San Antonio Spurs’ boxing trainer for 21 years and has trained such stars as Tim Duncan and Victor Wembanyama.
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